EricJRW Posted April 19, 2006 Share Posted April 19, 2006 I would like to tap into the bike's power to provide a standard cigarette-style plug for such things as cell phone charger, air compressor, etc. (all for off bike use, perhaps while camping). I can either go with a build my own concept (basic PowerLet around $8 and add it to a cigarette lighter socket, also around $8 at Ace Hardware) or a pre-built unit (for about $20). Are these prices good, or has anyone come across a less expenseive way to do this? Thanks, Eric Links Ace part: http://www.acehardware.com/product/index...chId=5591312444 PowerLet plugs: http://www.cyclegadgets.com/Products/product.asp?Item=PLUG Link to comment
Rob L Posted April 19, 2006 Share Posted April 19, 2006 2004 RT - $16290 powerlet - $20 Value conscious BMW owner - priceless!!!!!! Link to comment
tomk99r11 Posted April 19, 2006 Share Posted April 19, 2006 You are talking $16 vs $20. How much effort is saving another $1 or $2? If the thrill of the chase is what you like go for it, otherwise, I usually get to the point it ain't worth the effort, and what I may end up with may look like poop. Ride safely! Link to comment
Francis Posted April 20, 2006 Share Posted April 20, 2006 I believe there was a post here a short while back referencing an RV parts store that had them for a few dollars. Sorry I can't be more specific. Francis Link to comment
Davis Posted April 20, 2006 Share Posted April 20, 2006 The rv place is solarseller.com and they have a lighter socket for $5, but don't have the BMW plug. They are generally referenced with respect to electrifying tank bags as they have a SAE two prong connector with a mounting flange for $3.75 vs. $24.95 from powerlet Susquehanna MotorSports has BMW plugs for $3.70 Link to comment
Eckhard Grohe Posted April 20, 2006 Share Posted April 20, 2006 SAE two prong connector with a mounting flange for $3.75 vs. $24.95 from powerlet The powerlet product has a moulded in connector, mounting screws and backup washer as the other has pigtials. Just saying the prices aren't comparable. Link to comment
CMWingfield Posted April 20, 2006 Share Posted April 20, 2006 While the price is unknown to me, there was a discussion on this board quite a while ago that reported that you can get power plugs through John Deere tractor stores that match the BMW fitting. Seems kinda fun to me if this is true, and that special J.D. green color should blend nicely with all BMW color schemes! Mike Link to comment
EricJRW Posted April 20, 2006 Author Share Posted April 20, 2006 Thanks for the constructive replys... For the others, my logic was this: $16 vs. $20 = a 20% savings. 20% savings on $16,290 = a price of $13,032 (which come to think about it, after incentive program and negotiation, is about what I paid for my new '04). I see the great oil filter wrench debate all the time, so I did not think this question all that unusual. I see no need to spend more than necessary, nor to buy at vendors not offering the best price (including shipping). To me, it seems a small effort to search the Net a bit, and to tap into the collective wisdom of this board. For all I know, someone already had solved this problem, or at least would have advice on how to proceed (as evidenced above). Thanks again, Eric Link to comment
Illini Posted April 20, 2006 Share Posted April 20, 2006 . $16 vs. $20 = a 20% savings. Spoken like a true multi millionaire Link to comment
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